1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
