1992 BMW 545 vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 545 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
