2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 234 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | S2000 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
