1970 Jensen FF vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 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 132 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 811 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
