1971 Jensen FF vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | FF | M6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2851 mm |
