1984 BMW 323 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 323 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
