1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 523 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jensen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
