2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1975 Jensen Interceptor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Seville | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
