1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 547 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Express | SP |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
