1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 7 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati 420 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 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 | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Jensen | Maserati |
Model | Jensen-Healey | 420 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |