1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 930 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
