1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 22 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| 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 | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
