1998 Honda NSX vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
