1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 234 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. 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 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | P4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
