1957 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 858 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Aceca | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
