1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Berkeley | Jensen |
Model | Twosome | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2860 mm |