2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Rainier | FF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
