1957 BMW 600 vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 600 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2670 mm |
