1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3300 mm |
