2000 BMW 730 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 34 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. 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 (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 730 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
