1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 692 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 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 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
