1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1976 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1976 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1447 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, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Berkeley | Jensen |
Model | Twosome | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2680 mm |