1971 Jensen SP vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 688 kg more 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen SP | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
Model | SP | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |