2000 Ford Contour vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Contour | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
