2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 40 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 413 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Continental GT | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
