1995 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 253 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda NSX | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 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 |
