1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1968 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Jensen | NSU |
| Model | Interceptor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
