1968 Jensen FF vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 42 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alpina |
| Model | FF | B5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1720 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 |
