2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
Model | Tiburon | Healey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |