1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 424 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1404 mm |
