2008 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 330 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
