1966 Jensen FF vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 39 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Bora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
