2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Catera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
