1971 Jensen FF vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 16 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 101 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 439 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Senator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
