2003 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Acura | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 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 |
