2008 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 64 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 525 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
