1971 Jensen FF vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 159 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 733 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF.

Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Jensen FF 2011 Land Rover Defender
Make Jensen Land Rover
Model FF Defender
Year Released 1971 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 2402 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2800 mm


 

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