1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJS | FF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
