1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 118 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
