1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 172 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | Interceptor | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
