1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 445 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 99 | FF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
