1968 Jensen FF vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | ML |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| 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 | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
