1971 Jensen SP vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 33 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 243 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Opel Omega. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | SP | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| 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 | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
