1970 Jensen FF vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 34 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jensen | Panoz |
| Model | FF | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
