1999 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 789 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
