1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 412 | FF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
