1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 NSU 1000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Jensen | NSU |
| Model | Interceptor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
