2009 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 330 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
