1996 BMW 520 vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 25 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 129 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 479 kg more than 1996 BMW 520. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 520 | FF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
