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Jensen Interceptor Mk III S4

General information

ModelJensen Interceptor Mk III S4
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size7206 ccm (439.71 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement7206 ccm (439.71 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power287.90 PS (212 kW or 284 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque515.00 Nm (52.5 kgf-m or 379.9 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke109.7 x 95.3 mm (4.3 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-50 miles4.5 seconds
0-60 miles6.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1587 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

Weight1818 kg (4,008.0 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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