1990 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 769 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1975 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
