1971 Jensen SP vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jensen | Infiniti |
| Model | SP | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| 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 | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2885 mm |
