1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Interceptor | M3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
