2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B7 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
