2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Charger | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
