1971 Jensen SP vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 74 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | SP | 335 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
