2008 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | X5 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
