1992 BMW 730 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 730 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
