1993 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Jensen 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 325 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
