1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 51 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jensen | Mini |
| Model | Interceptor | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
