1968 Jensen FF vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 39 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, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | FF | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
