1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 37 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, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 306 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
