1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 49 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 235 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
