1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
Model | XJ220 | Healey |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |