1971 Jensen SP vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 20 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 84 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 687 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Jensen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SP | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 108 L |
