2007 BMW 118 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 41 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 152 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 118 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
