2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (448 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. 1975 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
