2009 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
