1990 BMW 850 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 BMW 850. 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 850 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
