1967 Jensen FF vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 142 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1986 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
