2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 47 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jensen |
| Model | D8 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
