1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 25 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | 420 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
