1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1974 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Eldorado | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
