1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 56 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 49 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, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | Interceptor | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2911 mm |
