2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 348 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | SP |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
