2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 177 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | Dodge | Jensen |
Model | Charger | SP |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |