2006 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 38 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, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M5 | FF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
