1968 Jensen FF vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 43 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, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | 550 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| 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 | 587 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
