2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 34 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 62 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
Model | XK8 | SP |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |