2007 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 39 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, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | X5 | FF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
