1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Jensen | Ford |
Model | Healey | F-150 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |