1961 BMW 700 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1961 BMW 700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 839 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 700 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
