2006 Chevrolet Kodiak vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak is newer by 35 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak (820 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Kodiak | SP |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 820 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
