2006 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 6 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, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 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 |
