2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 705 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | E-350 | SP |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |