2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 593 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Charger | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 |
