1962 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 938 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Consul | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
