1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 185 kg more than 1958 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Bitter | Jensen |
Model | Diplomat | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |