1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 125 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
