2008 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
