1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, both 1972 GMC Jimmy and 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Jimmy | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
