1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 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 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 400 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
