1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | Interceptor | Healey |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
