1968 Jensen FF vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | FF | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
