2000 Audi S3 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 30 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, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
Make | Audi | Jensen |
Model | S3 | FF |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |