2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 36 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 830 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. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B7 | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| 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 | 493 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
