1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 BMW M1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | M1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
