2009 BMW 125 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 125 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |