2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 121 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 636 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Continental | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
