2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | STS | FF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
