2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 924 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | SRX | Healey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
