2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B3 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
