1992 BMW 520 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 4 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 94 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 232 kg more than 1992 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, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
