1971 Jensen FF vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen FF | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jensen | Mercury |
Model | FF | Comet |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |