1971 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 3 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
