2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 632 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Bentley | Jensen |
Model | Continental | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |