1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1965 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Jensen | NSU |
| Model | Interceptor | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 34 L |
