1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 47 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Bora |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
