2009 Audi A5 vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A5 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
