1957 BMW 501 vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 501 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
