2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Silverado | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
