1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 19 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 250 GT | FF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
