1971 Jensen SP vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 22 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 65 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Supra. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 667 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | SP | Supra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
