1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
