1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
