1968 Jensen FF vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | FF | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
