1971 Jensen FF vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 39 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | FF | Exige |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2299 mm |
