1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Jensen | Steyr |
| Model | Interceptor | 500D |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |
