2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Continental | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
