1970 Buick GS vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 122 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | GS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
