1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | Jensen-Healey | 330 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |