2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 41 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
