1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 1968 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 730. (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 730 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
