2009 BMW M6 vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M6 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
