1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 51 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (135 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
