2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Continental | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
