1966 Jensen FF vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1966 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | 600 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3910 mm |
