1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 492 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Chevelle | FF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
