1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 57 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, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | T5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
