1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | DeVille | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
