1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 667 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | Bentley | Jensen |
Model | Azure | SP |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 75 L |