1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | FF |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
