1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Falcon | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
