1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | Interceptor | 325 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |