2008 BMW 118 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 40 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, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 118 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
