1970 Jensen FF vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 11 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 135 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | FF | 944 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
