1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 60 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 945 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Jensen | Bentley |
| Model | Interceptor | Continental |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3065 mm |
