1966 Jensen FF vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1970 Lotus Seven is newer by 4 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | FF | Seven |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
