1966 Jensen FF vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
