1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
