1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 1 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 171 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | Turbo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
