1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 54 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | Interceptor | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |