1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1700 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
