1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Jensen | Avanti |
| Model | Interceptor | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
