2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 36 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | Roadster | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| 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 | 301 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
