2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35. 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jensen |
| Model | G35 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
