1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jensen | Porsche |
Model | Jensen-Healey | 930 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |