2006 BMW 523 vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 523 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
