1980 BMW M5 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 104 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M5 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
