1968 Jensen FF vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 28 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 230 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jensen FF | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
Model | FF | Gol |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |