1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 51 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 500 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
