1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 42 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 70 kg more than 1991 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | Mark IV | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
