1978 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 730 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
