1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
