1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 12 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1967 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | Lagonda | FF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 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 |
