1971 Jensen SP vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 41 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 145 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | SP | 528 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
