2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | S2000 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
