1967 Jensen FF vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf 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 191 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
