2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Blackhawk | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
