1983 BMW 525 vs. 1948 Jensen Straight 8
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jensen Straight 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jensen Straight 8 would be higher. At 3,860 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Jensen Straight 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jensen Straight 8 (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jensen Straight 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jensen Straight 8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 525 | Straight 8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
