2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Arnage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
