1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | 62 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |