1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
