1957 AC Ace vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1957 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
