1999 BMW 740 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 740 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
