2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 714 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Silverado | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |
