1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
