1954 Buick 70 vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | 70 | FF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2780 mm |
