1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | V50 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
