1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor 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 65 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | 118 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
