2003 Buick Regal vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Regal | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| 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 | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
