1988 BMW 520 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 182 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
