1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1968 Buick Riviera and 1968 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 1968 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 108.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |