1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1956 Cadillac 6239D is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | 6239D | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
