1977 Buick Estate vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 22 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 385 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Estate | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |