1967 Jensen FF vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF 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 84 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (195 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
