1968 Jensen FF vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
