1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, both 1971 Bizzarrini GT and 1971 Jensen SP were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 277 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1971 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1971 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Jensen |
Model | GT | SP |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |