1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 48 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), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jensen | Panoz |
| Model | Interceptor | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
