2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJ8 | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
