2004 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 33 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2004 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2004 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Aceca | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
