1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 456M | FF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
