1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1955 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 740 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3211 mm |
