1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 606 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Express | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
