1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 555 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 550 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2969 mm |
