1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |