2008 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | X3 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
