1968 Jensen FF vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1969 Renault 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF 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 220 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | FF | 12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
