2007 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 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 1991 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 530 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5896 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 | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
