2006 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 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 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3991 cc |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
