1998 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 316 | FF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
