2003 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 756 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 1972 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 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 Weight | 1062 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
