1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1957 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 675 kg more than 1957 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Eldorado | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
