2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 34 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen FF. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen FF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | Fighter | FF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
