1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 39 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
