1966 Jensen FF vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 112 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 592 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | FF | 3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2639 mm |
