1966 Jensen FF vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 18 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | FF | Etna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
