2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1875 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Excursion | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
