1992 BMW 540 vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 72 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 540 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
