1959 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 600 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2680 mm |
