1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1974 Maserati Bora is newer by 21 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 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | Bora |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
