1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 394 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
