2004 BMW 520 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 BMW 520 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 520 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 520 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
