1971 Jensen SP vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 41 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 82 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 52 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 1971 Jensen SP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Jensen SP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Jensen | Buick |
| Model | SP | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
