2008 BMW 318 vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 55 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, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 318 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
