1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1992 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 37 kg more than 1992 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1992 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | MK IX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
