2005 BMW 750 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 750 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
