1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 695 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 308 | FF |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
