1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 58 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 78 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
