1986 Buick Electra vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
