1966 Jensen FF vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Jensen FF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jensen FF. (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | 650 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2855 mm |
