1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
| Model | Mangusta | FF |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
