1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 37 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Zagato | SP |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
