1991 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 852 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | BX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
