2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Freestar | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
