1996 BMW 528 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 25 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 195 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 188 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 528 | SP |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
