2009 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 187 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | SP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
