1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 345 kg more than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Roadmaster | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
