1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 841 kg more than 1954 DKW 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, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | DKW | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
