2007 BMW 120 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 54 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, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 120 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
