2005 BMW 760 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 39 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 760 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
