1967 Jensen FF vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 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 165 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 725 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
