2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 550 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
