1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor 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 46 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Comet |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
