1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1972 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 770 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Interceptor | Victor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
