2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 32 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF. 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) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | SSR | FF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
