1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 870 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
