1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 46 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 338 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | 541 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
