2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1953 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
