2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 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 3 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 196 kg more than 1969 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Lucerne | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
