1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 955 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Continental | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
