1967 Jensen FF vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
