1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor

To start off, 1959 Cadillac Seville 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 705 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.

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1959 Cadillac Seville 1957 Jensen Interceptor
Make Cadillac Jensen
Model Seville Interceptor
Year Released 1959 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2860 mm


 

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