2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1967 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alpina | Jensen |
| Model | B7 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
