1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 42 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
| Model | Pantera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
