1988 BMW M5 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 19 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M5 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
