1974 BMW Touring vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen 4-Litre would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen 4-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | Touring | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
