1968 Jensen FF vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 41 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, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | 525 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
