1968 Jensen FF vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 34 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | FF | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
