1973 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | Touring | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |