2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | FF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
