2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Jensen 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. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B7 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
