1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 962 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | Interceptor | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
