1971 Jensen SP vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 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 283 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 913 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | SP | 100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
