1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
