1975 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 855 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 320 | FF |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
