1987 BMW 750 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 21 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, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 750 | FF |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |