2000 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 433 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 325 | FF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
