1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 43 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
