1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1958 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | X5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
