2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 444 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Tahoe | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
