2007 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 530 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
