1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1974 Rover 3.5 is newer by 7 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, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 114 kg more than 1974 Rover 3.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
