1999 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 32 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, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 727 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
