2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 303 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 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 | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
