1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 502 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1963 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1963 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jensen 541 | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | 541 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 127 L |
