1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | Type III | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
