1980 BMW 628 vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 628 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
