1971 Jensen SP vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 9 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 31 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen SP | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Jensen | Aston Martin |
Model | SP | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 97 L |