2008 BMW 528 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 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 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 528 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
