1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Jensen | Buick |
| Model | Interceptor | Regal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2738 mm |
