2008 BMW 523 vs. 1948 Jensen Straight 8
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jensen Straight 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jensen Straight 8 would be higher. At 3,860 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Jensen Straight 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jensen Straight 8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
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:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 523 | Straight 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
