2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Silverado | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
