2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B7 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 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 | 1950 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
