1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 386 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | FF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
