1990 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 15 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 427 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520. 1975 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
