1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 193 kg more than 1960 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | 541 | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
