2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 593 kg more than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Charger | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
