2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
