1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 29 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 924 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
