2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Genesis | SP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
