1971 Jensen SP vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1971 Jensen SP and 1971 Lotus Seven 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 300 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1971 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1971 Lotus Seven 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 Jensen SP | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Jensen | Lotus |
Model | SP | Seven |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 92 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |