2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 1975 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
| Model | Guara | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
