1956 Austin Princess vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 432 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Princess | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
