1983 BMW 725 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 725 | SP |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
