1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Berkeley | Jensen |
Model | Sports | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 72 L |