1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (136 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S60 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | S60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
