1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | 220 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
