1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 124 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
