1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
