1968 Jensen FF vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
