1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 630 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
