1966 Jensen FF vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 40 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 145 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | A |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
