2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 29 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 62 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B 10 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
