1971 Jensen SP vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 34 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 244 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | SP | 318 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
