2003 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Jensen FF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | X5 | FF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
