2005 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 1968 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 740 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
