2007 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 BMW 750.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 750 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 91 L |
