1971 Jensen SP vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 322 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | SP | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| 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 | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
