1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 777 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Zodiac | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
