1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Healey | 650 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
