1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1967 Jensen FF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type 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 62 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 960 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | C-Type | FF |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
