1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 335 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
