1996 BMW 735 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 24 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 855 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 735 | Healey |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |