1993 BMW 840 vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 840 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
