1971 Jensen FF vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 649 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | FF | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
