1971 Jensen FF vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 478 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | FF | CC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
