2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 556 kg more than 1976 Jensen 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 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | S-Type | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
