1971 Jensen FF vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 7 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 155 more horse power than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | FF | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
