2008 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 525 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
