1968 Jensen FF vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 160 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | 535 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
