2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | C5 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
