1992 BMW 520 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 7 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
