1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 302 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | DeVille | SP |
Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 557 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |