1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 30 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Wildcat | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
