2001 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 30 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, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | FF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |
