2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | XLR | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
