2007 BMW 550 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 36 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, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1971 Jensen SP. (385 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 550 | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 7206 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
