1992 BMW 540 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 540 | FF |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
