1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 520 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
