1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 29 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 569 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | E500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
