1968 Jensen FF vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 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 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | FF | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
