1997 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 31 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 7 more horse power than 1997 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Acura | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | FF |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
