1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 9 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 2600 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
