2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B3 | FF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
