1998 BMW 729 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 27 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 204 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 729. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 729.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 729 | SP |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |