1971 Jensen SP vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 162 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SP | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2874 mm |
