1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 337 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jensen |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
