1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 10 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jensen |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |