2009 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1957 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 530 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 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 | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
