1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 514 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.
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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | Type III | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
