1995 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M5 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
