2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 489 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Silverado | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
