1993 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
