1971 Jensen SP vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 293 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Jensen SP 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Jensen Land Rover
Model SP Range Rover Sport
Year Released 1971 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 557 Nm 556 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 2076 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 88 L


 

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