1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 550 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
