1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 47 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | Interceptor | 6 series |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |