1971 Jensen SP vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 42 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen SP | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | SP | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2979 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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |