1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 622 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Vedette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
