1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1966 Jensen FF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette 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 213 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 847 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Vedette | FF |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
