1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 435 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | Sovereign | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
