2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | GTV | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
