2002 Audi S3 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 44 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, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | S3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
