1971 Jensen FF vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF 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 97 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 415 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | 280 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
