2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 748 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
