1971 Jensen FF vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 218 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | FF | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2838 mm |
