1992 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 382 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Acura | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
