2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Tahoe | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| 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 | 320 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
