1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
