1957 BMW 600 vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 29 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1172 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 600 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2680 mm |
