2009 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 750 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |