1971 Jensen SP vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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 58 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 750 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | SP | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
