1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 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, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 218 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Statesman | SP |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
