1971 Jensen SP vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 724 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Jensen | Cadillac |
| Model | SP | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
