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Jensen SP Automatic

General information

ModelJensen SP Automatic
Year1971
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size7206 ccm (439.71 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement7206 ccm (439.71 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power390.40 PS (287 kW or 385 HP) at 4700 Rev. per min.
Max torque557 Nm (56.8 kgf-m or 410.8 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke109.7 x 95.3 mm (4.3 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-50 miles5.9 seconds
0-60 miles7.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2190 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 273 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 273 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1783 kg (3,930.8 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)
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