1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 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.
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1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Camaro | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |