2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 705 kg more than 1954 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
