1967 Jensen FF vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 754 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
