1997 Honda NSX vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 382 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 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 | 1370 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
