1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Interceptor | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
