1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 56 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 815 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, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
