2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | S2000 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
