1975 BMW 520 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
