1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jensen | Mini |
| Model | Interceptor | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
