1968 Jensen FF vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 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 130 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | FF | 3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
