1995 BMW 520 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 262 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
