1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 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 188 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 173 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1997 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1997 Holden Commodore 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:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Commodore | SP |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
