1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 624 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
Model | MK VIII | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |