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Jensen Interceptor Mk III

General information

ModelJensen Interceptor Mk III
Year1971
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating65 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6286 ccm (383.57 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement6286 ccm (383.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power304.20 PS (224 kW or 300 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque556.00 Nm (56.7 kgf-m or 410.1 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke108.0 x 85.9 mm (4.3 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
0-50 miles5.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1677 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 273 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 273 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1814 kg (3,999.2 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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