1967 Jensen FF vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 9 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 245 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1976 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
