1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 580 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Calais | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
