1956 Buick 40 vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1956 Buick 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | 40 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |