1970 Jensen FF vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 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 112 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 594 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2651 mm |
