1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
