2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 634 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Escalade | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
