1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 742 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 1502 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
