2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | FF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
