1959 AC Ace vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
