1959 Austin Princess vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1970 Jensen FF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1970 Jensen FF | |
Make | Austin | Jensen |
Model | Princess | FF |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2780 mm |