1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 525 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. 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 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jensen | Wartburg |
| Model | Interceptor | 312 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
