2007 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 495 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M3 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
