1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Jensen | Packard |
| Model | Interceptor | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |
