1968 Jensen FF vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 42 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin Rapide.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Jensen | Aston Martin |
| Model | FF | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
