1958 AC Ace vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 856 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
