1987 BMW 750 vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 109 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 750 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |