1967 Jensen FF vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 472 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
