1966 Jensen FF vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1966 Jensen FF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia 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 160 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 765 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | FF | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
