2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 176 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | 300 | SP |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
