1971 Jensen SP vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 14 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 311 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 823 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen SP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Jensen SP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | SP | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
