1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 175 kg more than 1962 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, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1962 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1962 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 1989 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | 541 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
