1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 59 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Jensen | Mini |
| Model | Interceptor | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2466 mm |
