1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Riviera. (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
