2005 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 37 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A8 | FF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
