1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
