1957 BMW 600 vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 600 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2350 mm |
