1983 Buick Electra vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 17 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 156 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1966 Jensen FF | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Electra | FF |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |