1992 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 820 kg more than 1992 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | BX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
