1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 622 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 1800 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
