1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 39 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 419 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 118 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
