1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 22 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XK | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
