2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 41 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 159 | FF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
