1966 Jensen FF vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 3 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 965 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
