2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 38 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 97 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 163 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Enclave | SP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
