1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 48 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
