1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Falcon | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
