1971 Jensen FF vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. (471 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FF | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
