1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 57 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 199 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Jensen | Buick |
| Model | Interceptor | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2936 mm |
