1968 Jensen FF vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 29 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 786 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Jensen | Marcos |
| Model | FF | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
