1974 BMW 3 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 8 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 417 kg more than 1974 BMW 3. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
