2005 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 325 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
