1966 Jensen FF vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Audi |
| Model | FF | A3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
