1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1974 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 913 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Prefect | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
