1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 7 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 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 90 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Ranchero | 541 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
