1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 355 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 Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Roadmaster | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
