1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 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, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | Interceptor | Defender |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |