1971 Jensen SP vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 138 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 987 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen SP | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SP | 600 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |