1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Falcon | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
