1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1972 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 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 163 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Monaro | FF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
