1971 Jensen SP vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 38 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SP | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
