1989 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 21 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, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | XM | FF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
