1966 Jensen FF vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 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 187 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 855 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | FF | 405 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
