1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 705 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | AC | Jensen |
Model | Greyhound | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |