1971 Jensen SP vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 15 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 79 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 247 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SP | 928 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
