1971 Jensen SP vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen SP. (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen SP.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen SP | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | SP | 550 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |