2008 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
