1971 Jensen SP vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 936 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Jensen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SP | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
