1968 Jensen FF vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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 109 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 600 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | 120 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
