1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
