1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1953 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 456 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
