1983 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 50 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 525 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
