2008 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A8 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
