2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 31 kg more than 1973 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
