1966 Jensen FF vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 35 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 662 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
