2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 52 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 185 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, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Five Hundred | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
