1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1953 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 105 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | P4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
