1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 474 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Chevelle | FF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
