1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 320 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 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | Interceptor | 335 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |