1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
