1978 BMW 628 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1978 BMW 628 is newer by 6 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 628 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 628 | Healey |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |