1971 Jensen FF vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
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 Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 343 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | FF | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
