1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1964 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 764 kg more than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Jensen | NSU |
| Model | Interceptor | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
