1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1980 Porsche 930 is newer by 27 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 930 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
