1969 Honda S800 vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Honda S800 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | S800 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
