1977 Buick Regal vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Regal | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
