2006 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 53 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 75 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
