1994 BMW 518 vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 23 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, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 815 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 518 | FF |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 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 |
