1968 Jensen FF vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 43 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | FF | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
