2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 52 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | E-250 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
