1966 Jensen FF vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1966 Jensen FF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 116 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | FF | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
