1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 71 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 412 GT | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
