1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 55 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, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 123 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
