2009 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 37 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Healey weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A5 | Healey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
