1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 215 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
