1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Avanti | Jensen |
| Model | Avanti | FF |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
