1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
