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Jensen Interceptor

General information

ModelJensen Interceptor
Year1949
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3990 ccm (243.47 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3990 ccm (243.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power131.80 PS (97 kW or 130 HP) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Max torque288.00 Nm (29.4 kgf-m or 212.4 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression6.8:1
Bore x stroke87.3 x 111.1 mm (3.4 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed164.0 km/h (101.9 mph)
0-50 miles10.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0879 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1499 kg (3,304.7 pounds)
Overall length4830 mm (190.2 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity59.0 litres (15.59 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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