2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire 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 54 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Crossfire | SP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
