2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 37 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jensen FF. (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 1966 Jensen FF | |
Make | Bentley | Jensen |
Model | Continental | FF |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |