1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 32 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
