1971 Jensen SP vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | SP | IS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
