1953 Ford Consul vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1957 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 445 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Consul | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
