2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 417 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | SSR | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
