1968 Jensen FF vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | FF | Elite |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
