2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 269 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Escalade | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
