1992 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 20 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 740 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
