2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | F-350 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
