2009 BMW 125 vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 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 | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 125 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
