1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 405 kg more than 1954 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | Seville | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |