1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 8 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, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 995 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Alpine | Jensen |
| Model | A 310 | FF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
