1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 597 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Vedette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
