1971 Jensen SP vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 37 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 217 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | SP | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 226 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
