1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 993 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
