1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 251 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | Lagonda | FF |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
