1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 58 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | Interceptor | Defender |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |