1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1954 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 270 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 401 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
