1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 428 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
