1968 Jensen FF vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jensen | Wartburg |
| Model | FF | 312 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
