1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1971 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 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 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 435 kg more than 1954 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
