1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 534 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 523 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
