2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Azure | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
