1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Imperial | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
