1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
