1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 93 kg more than 1986 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
