1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
