1968 Jensen FF vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | FF | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
