1968 Jensen FF vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF 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 129 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | FF | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
