1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 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. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | Jensen-Healey | 730 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
