1970 Jensen FF vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF 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 217 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
