2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 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 65 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1971 Jensen SP 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 1971 Jensen SP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | SP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
