1971 Jensen SP vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 27 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 175 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 63 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | SP | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
