1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1954 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 7 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 295 kg more than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | Mark IV | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
