2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Cobalt | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
