2006 BMW 550 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 40 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, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 550 | FF |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |