1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 56 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 59 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
Model | Interceptor | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2803 mm |