1971 Jensen FF vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 645 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | FF | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
