1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 41 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | 250 GT | FF |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |