1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Morris Oxford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. 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 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | Interceptor | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
