1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 39 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
