1968 Jensen FF vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | E500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
