1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 494 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Wildcat | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
