2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XK | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
