1966 Jensen FF vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 33 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
