1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 46 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 255 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | Interceptor | Continental |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
