1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 45 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 23 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Jensen | Xedos |
| Model | Interceptor | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
