2001 BMW 530 vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen 4-Litre would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 BMW 530.
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:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 530 | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
