1971 Jensen SP vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP 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) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 483 kg more than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1976 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco 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.

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1971 Jensen SP 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Jensen Lamborghini
Model SP Urraco
Year Released 1971 1976
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7206 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 260 HP
Torque 557 Nm 273 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.7 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 64.5 mm
Top Speed 230 km/hour 259 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1300 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 93 L