1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1963 Riley Elf is newer by 7 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 95 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 845 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Jensen | Riley |
| Model | Interceptor | Elf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
