1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
