1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | Testarossa | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
