1979 Buick Electra vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 24 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
