1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 40 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, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | X5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
