1998 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 318 | Healey |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |