1985 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 14 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 129 more horse power than 1985 BMW M5. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 283 kg more than 1985 BMW M5. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M5 | SP |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
