1977 BMW 528 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 83 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 528 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
