2006 BMW 630 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 40 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630. 1966 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 630 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
