1993 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 22 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, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M3 | FF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
