2000 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Regal | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
