2006 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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 126 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | FF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6276 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
