1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 32 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jensen 541 (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | 541 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
