2008 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 320 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
