2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | Z4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
