1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1970 Jensen FF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1970 Jensen FF | |
Make | Austin | Jensen |
Model | 3-Litre | FF |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |